This passage helps us understand a bit better why we even have the letters of 1&2 Thessalonians. Paul knew these people, he loved these people, and he ministered to these people. So, he sensed an urgency to write to them not once, but at least twice. Though we won’t get much into the text of 1 Thessalonians until the following week, this week’s message will help give some background to the letter as a whole.
Today we look at the final days leading up to the crucifixion of Christ and some of the characters of the cross revolving around the last supper in 3 different sermon segments.
We are changed to become servants that care for others.
We grow in boldness through experiencing Jesus together.
We best witness Jesus in the everyday moments of life.
Witnesses are supernaturally empowered by the Holy Spirit.
We are transformed by Jesus to be his witnesses in the world.
(Luke 18:18-30/Mathew 28:16-20/Acts 1:6/Mark 1:1/Philippians 2:9-11/Psalm 13/Romans 1:11-15/John 6:68)
The Kingdom of God is a mystery. It is here now but not in its fulness. We are welcome to live in it now and point to our coming King by living with Jesus as our king right where we are.
Jesus is the Lord of the harvest and He calls us to join Him in His harvest mission.